Srinagar, Dec 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Friday emphasized that the government is committed to provide adequate supply of electric power during the winter, especially in areas prone to harsh weather conditions.
The Deputy CM revealed this while chairing a high-level meeting held on winter preparedness convened by the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL).
"Every effort must be made to address issues promptly and efficiently,” the Deputy Chief Minister said.
He also directed for maintaining a foolproof mechanism to address the power issues within the shortest possible time.
The meeting reviewed the measures undertaken by KPDCL to ensure uninterrupted power supply across the Kashmir Valley during the winter months.
A detailed presentation on preparations, highlighting the proactive steps taken to address potential disruptions caused by adverse weather conditions was also presented
The meeting was told that for ensuring an Extensive Maintenance large-scale branch cutting program is in progress across all sub-divisions to minimise power outages due to snowfall.
Adequate buffer stock of distribution transformers (DTs) has been secured at central and divisional level.
Besides, essential materials and high-speed diesel (HSD) for DG sets have been stocked to ensure uninterrupted operations, especially in critical and remote areas like Gurez.
It was also given out that KPDCL has formed specialized teams equipped with tools and vehicles to address faults promptly. Also, control rooms at divisional and district levels have been activated to provide swift responses during emergencies.
The meeting was informed that preventive maintenance measures have been intensified to reduce the likelihood of technical faults during the winter season.
The meeting, convened to assess the Corporation’s readiness for the harsh winter season, was attended by the Principal Secretary, Power Development Department (PDD) and senior officers of KPDCL.
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